Main Hotel: Catalonia Plaza Catalunya
This magnificent hotel is located in the centre of Barcelona, a few metres from Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas. Built in 1899 by one of Gaudi’s masters, it is a beautiful modernist-style building. Currently the hotel is known as Catalonia Plaza Catalunya.
The construction conserves the most significant elements of the period and the facade has recently been restored. In its interesting interior patio, you can take a relaxing swim in the pool or sunbathe and enjoy a refreshing cocktail. Furthermore, the hotel Catalonia Plaza Catalunya offers free Wi-Fi for its guests, fitness area and spa.
The hotel is situated only a few metres from Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas. It is a modernist-style construction, built in 1899 by the famous architect Emilio Salas y Cortes (master of Gaudi). Fully restored and extended in 1998, it incorporated the adjoining classical-style building that was built in 1881. Currently the hotel is known as Catalonia Plaza Catalunya. The entrance and facade of the original building have been maintained and restored. An impressive marble staircase leads to the first floor, where there are magnificent doors made of Cuban mahogany (a type of wood that is no longer available), a perfectly conserved coffered ceiling and dome. Of the main staircase in the building, the wrought iron handrail has been maintained and the original designs have been restored. The hotel Catalonia Plaza Catalunya also has 4 function rooms, which are ideal for organising events and celebrations, captivating your guests, thanks to an unbeatable architectural setting in the urban and commercial centre of Barcelona. In the interior courtyard of the building, next to the hotel bar, there is a pool with a solarium and sunbeds at your entire disposal.
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